Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 8-year-old Sunny Bryant from Houston, Texas. Some hometown heroes, like Sunny Bryant, might be too young to work and are certainly too young to even have a driver's license, but they inspire millions of people across our Nation. Sunny Bryant is a transgender girl who, like her transgender community, is currently experiencing fear and anxiety due to politically motivated attacks sparked by Texas Governor Greg Abbott and his anti-trans actions. Governor Abbott recently directed State officials to investigate parents who support their trans children with gender-affirming healthcare, describing it as child abuse. This measure not only goes against the opinions of medical experts, but it intentionally strikes fear in the transgender community for political gain. This is appalling. But like hometown heroes across the country, Sunny is strong and resilient--and she has got some missing teeth as you can see in the photo, Mr. Speaker. Sunny Bryant, from my home district in Texas, will be my virtual State of the Union guest. I am truly honored that she will be joining me today. ____________________”